Training and Health & Safety Manager

Unilabs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostic provider in London seeks a Health & Safety and Training Manager to oversee laboratory safety and training systems. You will coordinate H&S activities, support laboratory staff training, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in biomedical science, experience in a senior position, and excellent communication skills. This role offers the chance to enhance laboratory practices in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Senior Biomedical Scientist or Training Officer.
• IBMS Verifier and Examiner for registration or specialist portfolio.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead Health & Safety implementation across departments.
• Support and develop Training Leads; coordinate induction and education.
• Conduct staff appraisals and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance and accreditation schemes.

Skills

Autonomous workload management

Highly specialised scientific knowledge

Staff development and motivation

Project management

Organisation and supervision

Attention to detail

Competence in Microsoft Word

Competence in Microsoft Excel

Education

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

MSc Biomedical Science or related subject

IBMS Membership / Chartered Scientist

HCPC Registration

IOSH qualification

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Q-pulse

Job description

About Unilabs

Unilabs is one of Europe’s largest diagnostic providers, offering laboratory, imaging, and pathology services. Through our CARE BIG philosophy, we aim to advance diagnostic expertise globally, supporting clinicians and patients with timely, high‑quality results.

This role is based in Unilabs UK, supporting Tissue Sciences, Blood Sciences, and Infection Sciences, at sites in Euston and Cavendish Street, London. Laboratories are fully computerised and UKAS ISO15189:2022 accredited, with established training programmes and regulatory compliance.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Operations Director, the post holder will lead the Health & Safety (H&S) and Training Management Systems across the laboratory, supporting operational and service managers. This includes:

• Coordinating and recording all internal and external H&S activities and inspections.
• Setting objectives and supporting staff in H&S and training processes.
• Ensuring compliance with IBMS, HCPC, ISO 15189:2022, HSE, HTA, and MHRA standards.
• Leading the continuous improvement of H&S and training processes.

Key Relationships

Works closely with:

• Biomedical Scientists (BMS)
• Quality Manager & Quality Leads
• H&S and Training Leads
• Operational and Service Managers
• Laboratory staff across all levels

Duties & Responsibilities

Health & Safety

• Lead H&S implementation and system development across departments.
• Support H&S leads and oversee scheduled H&S activities and audits (e.g., spillage drills, DSE, ergonomics).
• Maintain up-to-date risk assessments, COSHH, and personal evacuation processes (PEEP).
• Coordinate and record external regulatory inspections.
• Chair H&S meetings, ensuring accurate minutes and timely follow‑up actions.
• Contribute to global H&S initiatives and annual management reviews.

Training

• Support and develop Training Leads; coordinate induction, education, and professional development.
• Monitor training performance and oversee H&S components of staff induction.
• Chair monthly Training & H&S meetings; ensure accurate records and follow‑up.
• Maintain departmental training policies, competency assessments, and IBMS portfolios.
• Ensure alignment with HCPC registration requirements and CPD activities.

Performance & Management

• Maintain high standards of work and service efficiency.
• Support Operations and Service Managers to meet laboratory TATs.
• Conduct staff appraisals and performance reviews.
• Develop SOPs and working practices, supporting change management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with internal/external quality assurance and accreditation schemes.

Laboratory Informatics

• Ensure safe, secure, and confidential processing of patient and laboratory information.
• Use LIMS according to authorised protocols, maintaining database integrity.

Communication & Relationship Skills

• Demonstrate courtesy, sensitivity, and professionalism with staff, patients, and service users.
• Promote good practice and teamwork across departments.
• Contribute to departmental meetings and communications effectively.

Essential:

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
• MSc Biomedical Science or related subject
• IBMS Membership / Chartered Scientist
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• IOSH qualification

Desirable:

• Postgraduate management qualification or higher technical qualification
• NEBOSH qualification

Experience

Essential:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Senior BMS / Training Officer
• IBMS Verifier and Examiner for registration / specialist portfolio

Skills & Abilities

• Autonomous workload management and problem‑solving
• Highly specialised scientific knowledge
• Staff development and motivation
• Project management and H&S / Training system leadership
• Organisation, supervision, and deadline achievement
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to handle complex information
• Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Q‑pulse

Desirable:

• Handling difficult situations and sensitive matters
• Empathy with patients and staff

Communication Skills

• Effective listening and verbal/written communication
• Ability to work within multi‑disciplinary teams
• GDPR compliance

Other Requirements

• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Responsible, mature approach
• Able to perform light physical work